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Foot & Ankle Injuries
Assessment and treatment of work-related foot pain, ankle sprains, strains, joint discomfort and lower limb injuries.
WorkSafe Victoria | Workers Compensation
WorkCover Podiatry in Berwick
Professional foot and ankle injury treatment, rehabilitation and recovery-focused podiatry for injured workers in Victoria.
At Berwick Podiatry Group, we assist patients experiencing foot, ankle and lower limb injuries resulting from workplace accidents and work-related activities.
Whether you're managing an ankle sprain, persistent heel pain, tendon injury or difficulty walking after a workplace injury, our podiatrists can develop an individualised treatment plan focused on recovery and functional improvement.
We welcome enquiries from patients with WorkSafe Victoria workers compensation claims.
WorkSafe Victoria
Workplace Injuries
Foot & Ankle Rehabilitation
Workplace Injury Recovery
Helping You Recover From a Work-Related Injury
Foot and ankle injuries can make working, walking and everyday movement difficult.
Whether your role involves prolonged standing, walking, manual handling or physically demanding activities, an injury to your feet or lower limbs can affect your ability to perform usual duties.
Our podiatrists assess the nature of your injury and develop clinically appropriate treatment recommendations to help manage symptoms, improve function and support your recovery goals.
Our WorkCover Services
WorkCover Podiatry Services in Berwick
Comprehensive assessment and management of work-related foot and ankle conditions, tailored to clinical needs and funding arrangements.
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Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis
Assessment of heel and arch pain, including plantar fascia conditions and loading-related symptoms associated with work duties.
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Achilles & Tendon Injuries
Management of Achilles tendinopathy and other tendon-related conditions, with appropriate rehabilitation and activity advice.
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Gait & Biomechanical Assessment
Evaluation of walking patterns, foot posture, lower limb movement and contributing biomechanical factors.
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Orthotics & Insoles
Assessment for appropriate foot orthoses to support function, pressure distribution and injury management, subject to WorkSafe requirements.
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Rehabilitation & Footwear
Individually tailored exercise guidance, work-boot assessment, footwear advice and strategies for recovery.
Conditions We Assess
Common Foot & Ankle Workplace Injuries
Workplace injuries can occur suddenly following an accident or develop through repeated physical demands.
Jobs involving long periods of standing, heavy lifting, walking on uneven surfaces or repetitive lower limb loading may contribute to foot and ankle concerns.
Our podiatrists assess individual symptoms and relevant work-related factors to determine appropriate treatment recommendations.
WorkSafe funding applies only where a service relates to an eligible accepted work-related injury or illness.
Conditions May Include
- Ankle sprains and instability
- Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Forefoot pain and metatarsalgia
- Arch pain and foot strain
- Soft tissue and tendon injuries
- Work-boot pressure and discomfort
- Changes in walking after injury
- Lower limb overuse conditions
WorkSafe Victoria
Understanding WorkCover Podiatry Funding
WorkSafe Victoria may pay the reasonable costs of podiatry treatment required for an accepted work-related injury or illness.
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Accepted WorkSafe Claim
Workers with an accepted WorkSafe claim can generally access podiatry for the accepted injury without prior approval or a medical practitioner referral.
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Clinically Necessary Treatment
Treatment must relate to the accepted injury, be clinically justified and support recovery, function and rehabilitation goals.
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WorkSafe Payment Rates
WorkSafe pays reasonable treatment costs in accordance with its applicable policies and podiatry fee schedule. A gap may apply where fees exceed the payable rate.
Important:
Having a WorkCover claim
does not guarantee that every
treatment or device will be funded.
The service must be relevant
to the accepted injury and
meet WorkSafe requirements.
Referral Requirements
Do You Need a GP Referral for WorkCover Podiatry?
Under WorkSafe Victoria's current podiatry guidelines, a GP referral is not generally required.
If you have an accepted WorkSafe claim for a work-related injury, you can access podiatry without a medical practitioner referral or prior approval for standard eligible podiatry services.
However, your claim status, accepted injury and any proposed treatment requiring additional approval must still be considered.
Our team recommends providing your WorkSafe claim number and available claim information before booking.
Information to Have Ready
- Your full name and contact details
- WorkSafe claim number
- Date of workplace injury
- Employer details
- WorkSafe agent or insurer details
- Accepted injury information
- Relevant approval correspondence
- Medical reports, if available
- Your usual work footwear
If your claim is still
being assessed, contact
us before booking to
discuss the available
appointment and
payment options.
Your Podiatry Assessment
Personalised Injury Assessment & Treatment Planning
Your initial appointment focuses on understanding your work-related injury, symptoms and functional limitations.
Our podiatrist may assess joint movement, muscle strength, foot posture, walking patterns and relevant footwear.
We then develop an individualised treatment plan focused on measurable improvements in function, independence and recovery.
Where appropriate, care may involve communication with your treating GP or other members of your rehabilitation team.
Your Assessment May Include
- Review of injury history
- Foot and ankle examination
- Gait and biomechanical assessment
- Foot posture and joint movement
- Strength and functional testing
- Footwear and work-boot assessment
- Identification of recovery barriers
- Individualised treatment goals
- Rehabilitation recommendations
Orthotics & Footwear
WorkCover Orthotics & Footwear Assessments
Appropriate orthotic support and footwear may assist with pressure management, comfort and lower limb function.
Our podiatrists can assess whether insoles, custom orthoses or footwear recommendations are clinically appropriate for your injury.
When orthotic treatment is recommended, the clinical need, expected outcomes and relevant WorkSafe approval requirements are considered.
WorkSafe Orthotic Approval
WorkSafe requires prior approval for orthoses costing more than $250 when supplied in private practice.
An orthotic device request generally needs to outline:
- Clinical justification
- Relationship to the workplace injury
- Current functional limitations
- Expected clinical outcomes
- Proposed orthotic costs
Prior approval:
Devices requiring WorkSafe
approval should not be ordered
until the relevant approval
has been received.
Return-to-Work Rehabilitation
Supporting Your Recovery & Return to Work
Rehabilitation is about improving function, building confidence and helping you return to meaningful activities.
Our podiatrists aim to support recovery through individualised treatment, education and practical activity recommendations.
Treatment goals may include improving walking tolerance, reducing pain with standing, increasing lower limb stability and gradually returning to suitable workplace activities.
We encourage an active, goal-focused approach to recovery, aligned with WorkSafe's Clinical Framework.
Rehabilitation May Focus On
- Reducing injury-related pain
- Improving walking tolerance
- Restoring foot and ankle movement
- Improving strength and stability
- Managing workload-related symptoms
- Supporting gradual activity progression
- Improving confidence with movement
- Returning to suitable work activities
Getting Started
How to Arrange a WorkCover Podiatry Appointment
Our team can assist with the appointment process and explain the information required.
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Confirm Your Claim Details
Have your WorkSafe claim number, injury details and agent information available. Let us know if the claim is still being assessed.
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Contact Our Reception Team
Call Berwick Podiatry Group on (03) 9707 4007. We can discuss your podiatry needs, fees and appointment options.
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Attend Your Assessment
Our podiatrist will assess your injury, discuss your recovery goals and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
WorkSafe Billing
WorkCover Podiatry Fees & Payment Arrangements
WorkSafe Victoria publishes maximum payment rates for podiatry services provided under the workers compensation scheme.
Applicable fees depend on the service provided, WorkSafe's fee schedule and relevant claim circumstances.
If a provider's fee exceeds WorkSafe's maximum payable amount, a gap payment may apply.
Our reception team can discuss proposed fees and billing arrangements before your appointment.
Clinical Documentation
WorkSafe expects podiatry treatment to be clinically justified, goal-focused and supported by appropriate records.
Clinical documentation may include:
- Injury history and presenting concerns
- Assessment findings
- Functional limitations
- Treatment goals and recommendations
- Progress towards recovery goals
- Return-to-work considerations
- Recommended ongoing care
Additional reports and communications are provided when clinically appropriate and in line with applicable WorkSafe arrangements.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Berwick Podiatry Group?
Professional assessment, individualised treatment and practical recovery advice at our Berwick podiatry clinic.
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Comprehensive Assessments
Detailed evaluation of foot and ankle concerns, gait, footwear and relevant functional limitations.
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Individualised Rehabilitation
Treatment recommendations designed to support measurable improvements in mobility, comfort and function.
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Convenient Berwick Clinic
Located at 54 Kangan Drive, Berwick, welcoming patients from across Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs.
WorkCover Podiatry Near You
WorkCover Podiatry in Berwick & Melbourne's South-East
Berwick Podiatry Group provides foot and ankle assessments and treatment for patients with eligible WorkSafe Victoria claims.
Our clinic welcomes patients from Berwick, Narre Warren, Narre Warren South, Beaconsfield, Officer, Pakenham, Clyde, Clyde North, Cranbourne, Hampton Park, Hallam, Endeavour Hills, Dandenong and nearby suburbs.
If you're looking for a WorkCover podiatrist near Berwick, our team can discuss appointment availability and claim requirements.
Visit Our Berwick Clinic
Berwick Podiatry Group
Inside Casey Allied Health
54 Kangan Drive
Berwick VIC 3806
Phone:
(03) 9707 4007
Email:
admin@berwickpodiatry.com.au
Frequently Asked Questions
WorkCover Podiatry FAQs
Answers to common questions about WorkSafe Victoria podiatry appointments and workers compensation.
Does WorkCover cover podiatry?
WorkSafe Victoria can pay the reasonable costs of podiatry services required as a result of an accepted workplace injury or illness. Treatment must meet applicable WorkSafe requirements.
Do I need a GP referral for WorkCover podiatry?
For an accepted WorkSafe claim, a medical practitioner referral is not generally required to access eligible podiatry services. You can contact our team directly.
Do I need prior approval from WorkSafe?
Standard eligible podiatry consultations generally do not require prior approval for an accepted claim. Certain items, including orthoses costing more than $250, require WorkSafe approval.
Can I book if my claim is still being processed?
You can contact our clinic while your WorkSafe claim is being assessed.
Our team can discuss available appointment and payment arrangements. Funding cannot be guaranteed until eligibility is confirmed.
Can WorkCover fund custom orthotics?
WorkSafe may pay for clinically necessary orthoses relating to an accepted workplace injury.
Orthoses costing more than $250 require prior approval when supplied through private practice.
Will I have to pay a gap fee?
A gap payment may apply where a provider's charge exceeds WorkSafe's maximum payable rate.
Our reception team can explain the proposed fees and billing arrangements before your appointment.
What workplace injuries can a podiatrist treat?
Podiatrists can assess and manage a range of foot, ankle and lower limb injuries, including ankle sprains, heel pain, Achilles tendon concerns, foot strain and walking-related difficulties.
WorkSafe funding depends on the relationship to the accepted injury and clinical need.
Can podiatry help me return to work?
Podiatry can contribute to rehabilitation by addressing foot and ankle symptoms, improving mobility and supporting gradual return to suitable activities.
Treatment goals are based on your injury and functional needs.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring your WorkSafe claim number, injury details, relevant medical reports or approvals, and your usual work footwear if appropriate.
Can Berwick Podiatry Group provide clinical reports?
Clinical documentation may be provided when appropriate and in line with WorkSafe requirements. This can include assessment findings, functional concerns, treatment goals and progress information.
Book an Appointment
WorkCover Podiatry in Berwick
Recovering from a workplace foot or ankle injury?
Our friendly team can assist with WorkCover podiatry enquiries, appointment availability and information about WorkSafe claim requirements.
Berwick Podiatry Group
Inside Casey Allied Health
54 Kangan Drive
Berwick VIC 3806
Phone
(03) 9707 4007
WorkSafe Victoria funding
is subject to claim acceptance,
treatment relevance, clinical
necessity and applicable
policies and payment rates.
Some services or devices
require prior approval.
Funding cannot be guaranteed.
For official information, visit
WorkSafe Victoria -
Podiatry Services Guidelines
.